Certified Natural Grade A Blue Water Jadeite Imperial Dragon Pendant – 67.9 mm Deep-Relief Jade Necklace

A large-format Grade A blue water jadeite dragon pendant with deep sculptural relief, substantial 12.7 mm thickness and a coordinated jade-bead cord. At nearly 68 mm tall, this is designed as a statement carving with the scale, weight and surface detail expected from a more serious jade piece. A jade identification certificate is included.

Material: Natural Grade A Blue Water Jadeite

The pendant is carved from jadeite, a dense crystalline jade mineral valued for toughness, polish and vivid natural colour. Its cool blue-green body gives the carving a dramatic depth, especially where thicker stone creates darker teal areas and raised polished sections catch the light. Natural clouds and mineral texture remain part of the stone's visual identity.

Deep-Relief Dragon Carving

This design is more sculptural than a flat engraved plaque. The dragon's head, horns, scales, claws and coiling body are built in layered relief, with deeply recessed cloud and scroll forms creating strong shadow contrast. Fine texturing on the scales and smoother polished high points make the figure legible from multiple angles.

Dimensions & Substantial Build

Approx. 67.9 × 40.6 × 12.7 mm. The extra thickness gives the piece a powerful hand-feel and allows deeper carving without making the reverse fragile. The coordinated jade-bead cord reinforces the collector-style presentation and gives the necklace a more complete visual finish.

Dragon Symbolism in Chinese Art

The dragon has represented authority, vitality, transformation and auspicious power throughout Chinese decorative history. In jade carving, it is especially suited to high-relief work because scales, clouds and coiling movement can be translated into dramatic layers. We present these meanings as cultural symbolism, not as supernatural guarantees.

Premium Positioning

Large certified Grade A blue-water dragon pendants on the international market vary widely according to translucency, colour saturation, carving quality and origin. This piece is positioned as high-value premium jade jewellery: large dimensions, deep carving, polished finish, certificate and bead cord, without moving into the extreme pricing of top collector-grade material.

How to Wear It

Because of its size, wear it as the primary jewellery statement over a simple black, charcoal, navy or cream top. It works particularly well with Mandarin-collar shirts, linen, structured jackets and New Chinese style wardrobes.

Display & Gifting

The pendant can also be displayed as a miniature jade carving when not worn. It is suitable for birthdays, business milestones, Year of the Dragon gifts, Father's Day, graduations and collectors who prefer substantial stone jewellery.

Certificate & Care

A jade identification certificate is included. Protect the relief from hard impact, avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners, and wipe gently with a soft damp cloth after wear.

FAQ

How large is this pendant?
Approximately 67.9 × 40.6 × 12.7 mm.

Does it include a certificate?
Yes. A jade identification certificate accompanies the pendant.

Why is this version priced above smaller dragon plaques?
It uses more stone, has greater thickness, deeper relief carving and a coordinated jade-bead cord, giving it a substantially more premium presence.

Will each piece have exactly the same colour?
Natural jadeite has individual tonal distribution and mineral texture, so subtle differences are part of each piece.